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Queenstown Information Guide U ISCO NTS D & E D IV E S A U L L S C X E BOOK 1 2 S / U 0 NOW! 2 P P 0 O 2 R IN T L ING LOCA Queenstown Information Guide SUMMER 2020/21 In association with Food on Q Welcome to Queenstown Queenstown is New Zealand’s most popular visitor Contents destination and with its picture-perfect scenery and endless activities, it’s easy to see why. How to use Planit Bnb PAGE 04 Here at Planit Bnb we do the hard work for you by planning and booking your itinerary, giving you more Queenstown Top Picks PAGE 05 time to enjoy our beautiful little adventure town. Our travel experts live, work and play in Queenstown. We Queenstown Introduction PAGE 06 are at your disposal for any requests, from the moment you make contact, until the time you say goodbye. Host Interview 01 PAGE 18 By being connected to all things local, we can Arrowtown Introduction PAGE 26 recommend and book activities accessing real-time availability, promotional and special pricing and value Host Interview 02 PAGE 28 add offers. Planit Bnb does it all plus more. Glenorchy Introduction PAGE 40 Price Guide Fiordland Introduction PAGE 44 Each of the activities in our Activity Guide includes Wanaka Introduction PAGE 50 a price guide, based on the average product cost as outlined below... How to use Food on Q PAGE 58 Queenstown Bar & Restaurant Guide PAGE 59 $$$$ $$$$ Less than $150 $150 - $250 Useful Contacts / Host Notes PAGE 79 $$$$ $$$$ $250 - $400 Over $400 PAGE 3 Why use Planit Bnb YOUR HOST CODE: The Planit Bnb team work tirelessly to offer our guests everything you could possibly need in Queenstown, minus the hassle - direct to your room. Our team of travel experts are always on hand for ENQUIRE NOW WITH YOUR HOST CODE any questions you may have during your time in TO RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNTS. Queenstown. Planit Bnb does it all plus more! How it works 1 THE GUIDE Queenstown Top Picks Browse our extensive Queenstown Information Guide and take note of the categories and tours that interest you. Queenstown is New Zealand’s most popular visitor destination and with its picture perfect scenery and endless activities it’s easy to see why. Known as the Adventure Capital of the World, there are plenty 2 of experiences that will get your heart racing – all in some of the most scenic settings imaginable. WEBSITE Submit your enquiry along with your Host We have hand picked some of the very top activities for you, each Code (shown above) on our website at covering the following categories, which you will also find on the www.planitbnb.co.nz. A member of our Planit Bnb website: team will then design the best itinerary, specific to you. Milford Sound Tours Paraglide / Hang Glide Jet Boat Tours Skydive 3 Bungy Zip-Line Doubtful Sound LOTR Tours APP Queenstown Lake Tours Indoor / Family Customise your itinerary until it is perfect. Extreme Swing Spa / Relaxation We will then send you a payment link to Scenic Flights Vehicle Hire secure each of your top picks. You then Wine Tours Onward Travel receive your finalised itinerary via our app. Outdoor Activities Water Activities CONTACT OUR TEAM AT ANY POINT WITH ANY QUESTIONS YOU MAY HAVE DON’T FORGET TO TAKE NOTE OF YOUR TOP PICKS PAGE 4 PAGE 5 The epic summer landscapes and inviting outdoors will have you heading outside and into nature for your next adventure. Queenstown, where else would you rather be? Summer in Queenstown means long sunny days The tease of an adrenaline fix is what has brought and fresh alpine air. It means food, drink, socialising so many people to Queenstown in the early days, and an irresistible desire for adventure - whether and these days there are even more ways to get it’s adrenaline-fuelled or leisurely exploration for an some thrills. From skydiving and bungy jumping, unforgettable Queenstown summer holiday. shredding the trails at one of Queenstown’s three lift-accessed mountain bike parks, to speeding along Daytime temperatures reach between 20°C and 30°C in an enclosed shark-like watercraft or a thrilling ride and Queenstown’s 45° south latitude means that in a jet boat. dawn is as early as 5am, while dusk settles around 10pm. The longer days and evenings are perfect On land, there’s four-wheel driving adventures to for getting outdoors and enjoying the diversity of remote and hidden gems, or dial it up on a buggy or landscapes and range of things to do that the region dirt bike ride. For a real taste of luxury, take a scenic is for. helicopter flight from Queenstown and land on a glacier, a mountain top picnic spot, a local vineyard, The epic summer landscapes and inviting outdoors or New Zealand’s most high-altitude golf hole nestled will have you heading outside and into nature for at 4,500 feet. your next adventure. Whether it’s a leisurely stroll by the lake, a hike up into the mountains, or biking The heady days of summer are the perfect time to the Queenstown Trail, summer is the perfect time to head out on a road trip and explore the region’s explore, discover and write your own adventure. outlying towns including Glenorchy, Gibbston, Arrowtown and Kingston. Make the most of the sunshine and get out on the water on Lake Wakatipu. Race along with one of Queenstown’s jet boat operators, soak up the However you chose to explore sunshine and incredible landscapes above the water the region, there is no place while parasailing, kayaking, or take a leisurely lake cruise on a vintage steamship or luxury yacht. Fill quite like Queenstown. your day with activities or relax on the beaches and take a refreshing dip in the crisp fresh water. PAGE 6 PAGE 7 SPA / RELAXATION SAMPLE: FULL PAGE CUSTOM AD A haven of peace and relaxation While Queenstown is generally done at full pace, Onsen Hot pools takes a step back to let you take in the beauty of the surroundings and simply relax. Originally opened in 2007, Onsen is proudly New Zealand owned and operated, offering a unique kiwi twist to a Japanese bathing tradition. Located just 10 minutes from Onsen Hot Pools Retreat & Day Spa $$$$ Queenstown, the Onsen complex offers a high-quality boutique retreat and day spa experience, making it a Overlooking the Shotover River and amidst a stunning mountain range, tranquil escape from the more action packed, adrenaline packages. A haven of peace and relaxation, our new our idyllic cedar-lined hot pools are a regular feature on Instagram. filled activities and winery offerings in the region. private oval Serenity tubs have been designed for couples World renowned for our unique kiwi twist on a Japanese bathing or individuals who are after the very best in personalized tradition, Onsen offers 14 stunning Original and Outdoor hot tubs. Welcoming you on arrival is a large airy reception relaxation and pampering. Enjoy a 45-minute soak set and waiting area which provides a cosy, comfortable on your own deck overlooking the Shotover River and The Original Onsen environment for relaxing and our outdoor sundeck has one picturesque mountains. Your soak is personalised with Filled with pure water from the surrounding mountains, you will have of the most impressive views in the whole of Queenstown, bath scents to complement the treatment that follows. To exclusive use of one of our classic cedar tubs for 60 minutes as you kick so expect to spend a little time before or after your soak continue your unique experience, move inside to the tranquil back, relax, and enjoy your surrounds. These pools have a retractable taking it all in! day spa room for a face or body treatment of your choice. roof so you can enjoy your surrounds no matter what the weather. All of our 14 classic, world renowned cedar-lined hot pools Onsen’s team of in-house therapists are highly qualified The Outdoor Onsen can accommodate up to 4 adults comfortably and includes to deliver a range of both relaxation and deep tissue Our outdoor hot tubs are exclusive use Theralux Active Complete Mineral a complimentary drink and snack to enjoy during your massages as well as facial treatments, using Thalgo and pools. Infused with Essential Earth Minerals, rich in magnesium to rejuvenating visit. All pool rooms are equipped with their Pure Fiji products. naturally detoxify the body and mind. At night you can dim the lights and own shower so you can rinse off before and after your soak. watch the southern constellations wheel past. The relaxation and pampering on offer here are second to In addition to the beautiful exclusive use cedar hot tubs none in the region, as endorsed by recent wins in the World with breathtaking views, Onsen is also home to a tranquil Luxury Spa Awards and our Trip Advisor Travellers Choice day spa providing luxurious, indulgent soak and spa award for the last 3 years. BOOK NOW AT PLANITBNB.CO.NZ BOOK NOW AT PLANITBNB.CO.NZ PAGE 8 PAGE 9 JET BOAT TOURS SAMPLE: FULL PAGE CUSTOM AD The spectacular Shotover canyons. Only we can take you there! The only way to experience our Canyons, see their beauty and feel their power, is to come on a journey with us, the world’s most exciting jet boat ride. A unique combination of beauty and power, it’s an experience like no other, blending pristine natural landscape with wall to wall canyon action from start to finish! Shotover Jet $$$$ A Thrilling Ride The spectacular Shotover Canyons.
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